Alexander Robert BLACK
Lane Cove
Summary
Dynamic Builder and Project Manager with extensive experience at JDW Constructions, excelling in cabinetmaking and project coordination. Proven ability to lead teams, ensuring quality craftsmanship and safety compliance. Skilled in reading architectural drawings and fostering strong client relationships, driving successful project outcomes while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Builder/Project Manager
JDW Constructions
Northbridge
01.2010 - Current
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Constructed staircases from cut stringers and risers with handrails attached securely in place.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Installed drywall, flooring, and other building materials.
- Constructed residential and commercial buildings according to project specifications.
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
- Built concrete forms for footings and walls.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Built trusses from prefabricated components and set them into place on roofs or ceilings.
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Framed interior walls using lumber and other construction materials.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Applied weatherproofing treatments to exterior surfaces as needed.
- Assembled scaffolding to provide safe access to elevated work areas.
- Maintained inventory by providing accurate count of products.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Assisted in the demolition and removal of existing structures.
- Followed build procedures and work instructions to construct varied-size structures.
- Repaired damaged plasterboard walls prior to painting.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Inspected foundations, walls, floors, doors, windows, roofing, and tiling to ensure they meet code standards.
- Provided customer service, addressing clients' questions and concerns.
- Transported materials to or from designated areas using hand truck, electric dolly or forklift.
- Applied finishing touches, such as painting and installing fixtures.
- Performed rough carpentry tasks such as cutting rafters or studs for framing houses and buildings.
- Operated heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes, for construction tasks.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Managed inventory of construction materials, ensuring availability as needed.
- Inspected job site to authorize payment for various stages of completion.
- Interpreted blueprints and architectural diagrams to guide construction processes.
- Hung insulation material in attics or between wall studs.
- Complied with quality requirements to meet or exceed production service levels.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Installed structural components, including walls, floors, and roof systems.
- Performed daily inspections and other tasks to maintain clean and safe work environment.
- Erected metal stud frames for interior partitions.
- Assisted in budgeting and estimating project costs.
- Conducted site inspections to assess progress and identify any issues.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Executed agreements, work orders and change orders to establish work to be performed and payment terms.
- Monitored construction schedules to keep projects on track.
- Trained new construction workers in building practices and safety standards.
- Constructed quality structures to meet prescribed time schedules and budgets.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Reported equipment maintenance needs, injuries or mishaps to facilitate follow-up.
- Cut openings for electrical outlets in walls using power saws.
- Facilitated communication between project managers and construction teams.
- Participated in continuous improvement process by making suggestions to supervisors and leads.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Coordinated the installation of electrical and plumbing systems.
- Installed kitchen cabinets, countertops, bathroom fixtures, appliances, and trimming.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Implemented energy-efficient construction methods.
- Scheduled routine inspections to assess condition of structure.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Repaired and renovated existing structures as needed.
- Adhered to safety requirements by operating equipment and appropriately handling material.
- Installed siding on homes or buildings according to specifications.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Used personal knowledge and abilities to help complete building tasks.
- Utilized software tools for project management and design visualization.
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Performed demolition tasks to prepare sites for new construction.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Owner/Manager of Coffee Cart
The Long Black
Willoughby
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed and built moveable coffee cart
- Organised business plan, startup and creation of product 'The Long Black', operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Promoted the business locally and on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Managed staff, training, customer service, product purchasing/pricing, computer accounting and promotions.
- Worked the business on weekends.
- Negotiated the sale of the business.
Owner/Builder - Part Time
Self/JDW Constructions
Lane Cove North
06.2016 - 07.2019
- House plans taking into consideration Government rules and regulations.
- DA Approval taking into consideration many Council rules and regulations.
- Sourced and purchased all materials, and engaged contractors, taking into consideration financials, and keeping within budget.
- Once approved, I took a 6-month leave from JDW Constructions and labored for the contractors, as well as carried out much of the carpentry, together with some of the carpenters from JDW Constructions.
- Coordinated contractors - excavators, foundation concreters, plumbers, electricians, bricklayers, carpenters, roofers, laborers and other ancillary services.
- Coordinated and assisted new connections for water, sewerage, gas and electricity.
Contract Cabinet Maker -Part Time Stay at Home Dad
Indestudio
Balgowlah
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Fine furniture, fitouts for kitchens, bathrooms, restaurants, and hotels.
Contractor
Combi Shop
Byron Bay
07.2008 - 11.2008
- Company Overview: Customised campervan fitouts and restoration, offices, kitchens
- Customised campervan fitouts and restoration, offices, kitchens
Contractor
ABS Construction
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Company Overview: Contracting cabinetwork and builders labourer
- Contracting cabinetwork and builders labourer
Contractor
Australian Hardwood
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Company Overview: Shopfitting and custom-made furniture
- Shopfitting and custom-made furniture
Cabinetmaker
Indestudio
Alexandria/Balgowlah
02.2001 - 06.2006
- Company Overview: Custom-made fine furniture design, crafting, manufacture & installation
- Custom made/fine furniture – solid timber tables, beds, prototypes for university students
- Cabinetry – kitchens, bathrooms, wall units
- Seating – booth, banquet, sofas, ottomans
- Panelling – walls, soundproofing, gyprocking
- Installations – hotels, restaurants, sound studios, small offices and private homes
- Exhibitions – Workshopped 2002, 2003, 2004 (Jonathan Ingram, Doris Ko, Johan Larsson)
- Custom-made fine furniture design, crafting, manufacture & installation
Office Assistant
MGI Wamstekers, Chartered Accountants
Sydney
07.2001 - 01.2002
Trainee
TAFE
02.2001 - 06.2001
- Company Overview: Cabinetmaking
- Cabinetmaking
Trainee Electronic Technician
Ingenico Int'l (Pacific) P/L
Warriewood
02.2000 - 01.2001
- Servicing and maintenance of EFTPOS machines
Education
Introduction to CAD -
North Sydney TAFE
Gore Hill01.2004
Design Fundamentals Cert III - Graphic Design, Industrial Design, 3-D/Reallife Drawing, Photography
Bradfield College
North Sydney01.2003
Furniture Design and Cabinetmaking -
Lidcombe TAFE
Lidcombe06.2001
OH&S, Sales, Small Business Course, Bookkeeping Course
Short Courses
01.2001
Electro Technology Cert. -
Sydney Institute of Technology
Ultimo12.2000
HSC - Maths, English, Business Studies, Design&Technology, Art, Photography, Work Studies
Bradfield College
North Sydney01.1999
Welding Cert. -
North Sydney TAFE
Gore Hill01.1998
School Certificate -
Marist College
North Sydney01.1997
Skills
- Cabinetmaking
- Preparation
- Cutting lists
- Reading architectural drawings
- Materials ordering
- Table saw
- Spindle moulder
- Thicknesser
- Joiner
- Overhead router
- Edge bander
- Band-saw
- Drill press
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Detailed joining
- Laminating
- Foaming
- Machining
- Finishing
- Spraying
- Installation
- Machine maintenance
- Workshop maintenance
- Greencard
- Graphic design
- Industrial design
- CAD
- Electronic machine repair
- Servicing
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Welding
- General office procedures
- Accounts
- Retail
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- People skills
Business Name
Appareli
Abn
96 498 410 088
References
- Jonathan Ingram, Indestudio, Owner/Designer/Furniture maker, 0414 881 244
- Jake Green, Combi Shop/Byron Bay ex-Indestudio, 0425 250 840
- John Finucane, ABS Constructions/Artarmon, 0419 280 437
- Peter Hudson, 19 Dalrymple Ave, Lane Cove, NSW, 2066, 0409 986 648
Hobbies and Interests
- People
- Family
- Soccer
- Painting
- Photography
- Skiing
- Woodwork
- Gardening
- Reading
- Cooking
- Music
Activities
North Sydney RSL – Night soccer competition
Personal Information
- Health Status: Excellent
- Date of Birth: 02/28/82
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: married
Timeline
Owner/Manager of Coffee Cart
The Long Black
01.2020 - 06.2021
Owner/Builder - Part Time
Self/JDW Constructions
06.2016 - 07.2019
Builder/Project Manager
JDW Constructions
01.2010 - Current
Contract Cabinet Maker -Part Time Stay at Home Dad
Indestudio
01.2009 - 12.2009
Contractor
Combi Shop
07.2008 - 11.2008
Contractor
ABS Construction
06.2007 - 06.2008
Contractor
Australian Hardwood
06.2006 - 06.2007
Office Assistant
MGI Wamstekers, Chartered Accountants
07.2001 - 01.2002
Cabinetmaker
Indestudio
02.2001 - 06.2006
Trainee
TAFE
02.2001 - 06.2001
Trainee Electronic Technician
Ingenico Int'l (Pacific) P/L
02.2000 - 01.2001
Introduction to CAD -
North Sydney TAFE
Design Fundamentals Cert III - Graphic Design, Industrial Design, 3-D/Reallife Drawing, Photography
Bradfield College
Furniture Design and Cabinetmaking -
Lidcombe TAFE
OH&S, Sales, Small Business Course, Bookkeeping Course
Short Courses
Electro Technology Cert. -
Sydney Institute of Technology
HSC - Maths, English, Business Studies, Design&Technology, Art, Photography, Work Studies
Bradfield College
Welding Cert. -
North Sydney TAFE
School Certificate -
Marist College
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